REM's Michael Stipe has told fans via the band's website that they are currently in rehearsal with new drummer Bill Rieflin for their new world tour, which kicks off with their Glastonbury set on 27 Jun. Confirming they'd already rehearsed 70 songs Stipe also reports they are currently at the mixing stage on a new studio album while working on the packaging for a greatest hits album due out in September.
May 13, 2003
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Stipe's REM update
Michael Stipe says REM are rehearsing with new drummer Bill Rieflin for a world tour starting at Glastonbury on 27 June, and are mixing a new album and preparing a greatest hits set.